Flower anatomy, SEM
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Flower anatomy, SEM
Flower anatomy. Coloured freeze-fracture scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a flower with the top removed, showing a central ovary (pale pink, centre) containing ovules (green). The ovary contains the ovule, which consists of the female sex cells. Here, it is surrounded by the filaments of the stamen (pink), at the top of which are the anthers (not seen), the male reproductive parts that produce pollen (male sex cells). The purple leaf-like structures are petals. Magnification: x20 when printed 10 centimetres wide
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Carpel Colored Filament Filaments Flowering Part Freeze Fracture Fruit Ovary Ovule Ovules Parts Petal Pistil Plant Anatomy Re Production Reproductive Sex Cells Stamen Stamens Structures False Coloured
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate anatomy of a flower in stunning detail. Taken using a scanning electron microscope (SEM), the image reveals the inner workings of a flower with its top removed. At the center, we can see the pale pink ovary containing green ovules, which are responsible for housing the female sex cells. Surrounding the ovary are delicate pink filaments known as stamens, topped by anthers that produce pollen - essential male sex cells necessary for reproduction. The vibrant purple leaf-like structures adorning this floral specimen are petals, adding beauty and attracting pollinators to aid in fertilization. With a magnification of 20 times when printed at 10 centimeters wide, this photograph allows us to appreciate nature's remarkable design on a microscopic level. It highlights how plants possess their own complex reproductive systems and emphasizes their crucial role in sustaining life on Earth. The combination of colors used in this false-colored SEM image adds visual appeal while also providing clarity to each anatomical structure. This detailed snapshot serves as a testament to both scientific discovery and artistic expression, showcasing the wonders found within our natural world through botanical exploration.
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